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Gilgal

Israel's base camp on the west side of the Jordan — first stop in the Promised Land

Jordan Valley

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The first campsite of Israel after crossing the Jordan River, near Jericho. Joshua set up twelve stones here to commemorate the crossing. The Israelites were circumcised here and celebrated their first Passover in Canaan. It later became an important worship center and where Saul was confirmed as king.

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